1999 Fiat Duna vs. 1976 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1999 Fiat Duna is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Lancia Beta (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Lancia Beta weights approximately 70 kg more than 1999 Fiat Duna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1976 Lancia Beta (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Duna | 1976 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Duna | Beta |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2360 mm |
